Caring for Your Community Trees

From urban neighborhoods to rural subdivisions, trees play a vital role in our communities. Benefits of community forests are enhanced by tree care and management programs.

Benefits of Community Forests

People benefit from community forests in many ways, whether relaxing in the shade, drinking clean water, or breathing clean air. Trees contribute to our health, economic vitality and social well-being.

Tree City USA

The Tree City USA® program, a program of the National Arbor Day Foundation and the National Association of State Foresters, provides direction, assistance, attention, and national recognition for urban and community forestry programs in thousands of towns and cities.

Resources for Community Trees

Dedicated to sustaining healthy community trees and forests in the South, an array of organizations have developed publications and Web sites to provide in-depth information and resources for individuals and groups looking for ways to improve their community trees.